Fall Colours in Quebec
Early October is when Quebec metamorphizes into a natural palette as the landscape bursts with vibrant shades of orange, red and yellow. Although short-lived, this is the time for photographers to revel in nature’s glory. While historic Quebec City, with its magnificent chateau and café culture forms the base, the alpine villages which dot the province’s picturesque countryside, are best explored either on foot or on a self-drive.
Trip Highlights
- This trip witnesses one of Mother Nature’s most exquisite shows – the fall foliage – as eastern Canada comes alive with vibrant reds, orange and yellow leaves. Driving through tiny villages along river banks and on rolling hills, this trip is truly a photographs delight.
- Begin your trip in the charming French city of Montreal. Explore the colonial buildings of the old town and stroll on the vibrant Rue St. Denis, with it’s smart boutiques, restaurants, and sidewalk cafes. Head over to Mont Royal for a spectacular view of the city, especially in the Fall.
- Explore Quebec City – the only walled city in Northern America and a UNESCO World Heritage site. While the Upper Town boasts the iconic Château Frontenac, the Lower Town charms you with its picturesque, narrow streets and historic, stone buildings
Which Visa Do I Need
Indian citizens require a visa to visit the Canada.Â
Length of Stay
We recommend at least 10-12 days for this itinerary. Almost a full day is spent in getting there and back.
Best time to visit
There is a very short window to see fall colours – about a week or so. It varies every year according to climatic conditions, but end September-early October is when the colours peak in Quebec.
fall colours, photography, french history & culture, scenic drives, chateaus and walled city
Did you know
- The Chateau Frontenac Hotel holds the Guinness World Record for the most photographed hotel in the world
- Quebec isn’t just French… there are many Irish people here too! Historians estimate that about 40% of the population in Quebec is of Irish descent.
- The City of Montreal produces 85% of the world’s maple syrup
- No building in Montreal is allowed to be taller than the cross on the top of Mont Royal, which is situated in the center of the city. The cross is a memorial to remember the early French Colonists who were decimated by a flood in 1642.
- The first organized hockey team in the world was formed in 1879, at McGill University Hockey Club
